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Authentic Italian Meatballs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Authentic Italian Meatballs Recipe

Authentic Italian Meatballs has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 20.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 34.9 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Authentic Italian Meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein30%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs18%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A242.2 IU4.8%Top 30%High
Retinol46.6 mcg
Vitamin C3.1 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D6.8 IU1.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.62 mg41.4%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.62 mg36.5%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.7 mg18.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate28 mcg7%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid14.9 mcg
Vitamin B121.2 mcg20.7%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.62 mg6.2%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium247.8 mg24.8%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.9 mg10.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium33.5 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus268.3 mg26.8%Top 10%Very High
Potassium308.7 mg8.8%Top 10%Very High
Sodium541.9 mg22.6%Top 30%High
Zinc3.1 mg20.7%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.62 mg31.1%Top 10%Very High
Selenium19.3 mcg27.5%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.9 g4.3%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0.6 mg
Fructose0.6 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.6 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21.7 g43.4%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1.2 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine1.2 mg
Arginine1.2 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid3.7 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine1.2 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16.4 g25.2%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.2 g36%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat6.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 466 Calories from Fat 237

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26.4 g 40.6%

Saturated Fat 11.6 g 58%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 121.7 mg 40.6%

Sodium 872.5 mg 36.4%

Total Carbohydrates 20.7 g 6.9%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 1.7 g

Protein 34.9 g 69.8%

Vitamin A 7.8% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 39.9% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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